November 23, 2023
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13min
      First time drop-in SAF is used on an A380 with full compatibility across the aircraft’s existing system Cross industry collaboration brings in expertise from Airbus, Engine Alliance, Pratt & Whitney, ENOC, Neste and Virent Landmark flight was powered by 100% SAF in one of four engines to test performance   DUBAI, UAE, […]

November 21, 2023
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12min
Emirates: The consortium, Air-CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, Honeywell, Khalifa University, Masdar As the UAE Year of Sustainability draws to a close, eight founding entities announced the launch of the “Air-CRAFT” initiative […]

November 20, 2023
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2min
      FitsAir, Sri Lanka’s first privately owned international airline, today announced its partnership with Mastercard involving integration with the Mastercard Payment Gateway Services (MPGS) platform to strengthen its payment infrastructure. Mastercard Payment Gateway Services platform enables merchants to accept both local and international payments, strengthening their ability to compete in the market. Through […]

November 20, 2023
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4min
      Emirates and Boeing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to leverage advanced digital technologies and accelerate improvements in maintenance operations. Efforts will focus on key areas including: drone assisted aircraft inspections, sharpening the precision and effectiveness of maintenance tasks through use of virtual and augmented reality, in addition to next generation prognostic […]

November 16, 2023
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5min
      Interline activated today for travel immediately Seamless connectivity for customers to 70 points operated by both airlines The partnership will also offer Emirates Skywards members a chance to earn and redeem miles across Condor’s network Emirates and Condor has announced the activation of their reciprocal interline agreement which will boost connectivity for […]

November 13, 2023
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6min
      Capturing both the spirit of innovation embedded in Emirates’ culture, and an ongoing environmental commitment to consuming responsibly, Emirates is launching a unique capsule collection of luggage, bags and accessories – all fashioned from upcycled materials from retrofitted aircraft. The limited-edition range features a selection of suitcases, backpacks, handbags, cardholders, toiletry bags, […]


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